FRACTIONS


Dividing Fractions

When Fractions are Divided, the "Divided by" Fraction

is Inverted. The Numerators are then Multiplied and the

Denominators are Multiplied.




1

3
2

5


Invert the "divided by" fraction and multiply.

1

3
x
x
5

2
=
=
5

6


1

3
2

5
=
5

6




If the resulting proper fraction can be reduced, then do so.

1

4
3

8


1

4
x
x
8

3
=
=
8

12


8

12
=
2

3


1

4
3

8
=
2

3




RULE

Dividing Fractions
Invert the "Divided By" Fraction.

Multiply the Numerators to find the New Numerator.

Multiply the Denominators to find the new New Denominator.

If the Proper Fraction can be Reduced, then do so.